Norbertine Fathers and Brothers (O. Praem.)
[Canons Regular of Premontre]—Sta. Maria de
la Vid Priory The Priory was established in 1985 as
a foundation house from St. Norbert Abbey, DePere,
WI. We became an independent priory in December
2011 as our final step to achieving our goal of being
the first Norbertine abbey in the southwest. Priests,
brothers, and seminarians live together, nurtured
by the Eucharist, Morning and Evening Prayer, and
by our communal interaction. From the community
base, we serve in parishes, hospitals, schools, and in
a variety of different ways in the Archdiocese of Santa
Fe. Our ministry is broadly multicultural particularly
to Hispanics, Native Americans, and Anglos. On our
70-acre property we also offer a “place apart” to the
spiritual seeker and retreatant in our hermitages and
guest house. We invite men discerning a vocation
to come as observers and live for a time the rhythm
of our life. Vocation Coordinator, 5825 Coors Road,
SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121-6700; (505) 873-4399;
e-mail: vocations@norbertinecommunity.org; website:
www.norbertinecommunity.org.

See ad on page 17. Code #110.

Norbertine Fathers and Brothers (O. Praem.)
[Canons Regular of Premontre]—St. Norbert
Abbey The Norbertines of St. Norbert Abbey (The
Premonstratensian Fathers and Brothers) are dedicated
to living a communal, active-contemplative lifestyle
according to the Gospel of Jesus Christ following
the Rule of St. Augustine. We profess Solemn Vows,
committing ourselves to the apostolic life and a life of
conversion. Our membership consists of 55 men living
primarily at St. Norbert Abbey and St. Joseph Priory in
De Pere, WI. We also have a priory in Raymond, MS,
near Jackson. As Canons Regular, our first ministry
is living the common life devoted to the sung choral
office, (Morning and Evening Prayer), daily Eucharist,
and common table. From our community life flow
various ministries including hospitality and retreats,
education and administration at St. Norbert College
and Notre Dame de la Baie Academy, parish ministry,
and numerous ministries as needed in the local church.
Qualified candidates ordinarily have, or are in the
process of completing, a college degree and are ready
and willing to live unselfishly in a communal lifestyle.
Contact the Vocation Coordinator, 1016 N. Broadway,
De Pere, WI 54115; (920) 337-4333; fax: (920) 337-
4328; e-mail: vocations@norbertines.org; website: www.
norbertines.org.

See ad on page 17. Code #110.

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Oblates of the Virgin Mary (O.M.V.) The Oblates of
the Virgin Mary are a religious community of priests
and brothers. Living the charism of their Founder,
the Venerable Fr. Bruno Lanteri, they cultivate a deep
personal relationship with Christ through His Word
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Mary and profess a strong adherence to the Magisterium
and the Holy Father. Their apostolic goals include: the
formation of the laity and the clergy, combating modern
errors in faith and morals, upholding solid doctrine,
giving the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius and parish
missions, the diffusion of Catholic teaching through
books and other means of communication, and foreign
missionary activity. Preferred age: under 40. Education:
college/higher education preferred. Vocation Director,
Fr. Jeremy Paulin, OMV, 1105 Boylston Street, Boston,
MA 02215; (617) 869-2429; e-mail: vocations@
omvusa.org; website: www.omvusa.org.

Code #111.

Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mercy ( O.deM.) [Mercedarian Friars] One of the ancient Orders of the Catholic Church, the Mercedarian Friars were founded in 1218.
The Friars honor Mary, as the foundress and mother of
the work of mercy begun by St Peter Nolasco—the
redemption of Christians in danger of losing their faith.
This work of mercy is conducted in parishes, where
faith is attacked; in schools, where empty values
threaten our youths; in institutions of health care or
detention, where despair is present; and in foreign
missions, where social conditions threaten one’s faith.
Men, between the ages of 18-40, who desire to live a
life centered in Mary and her Son, to pray the rosary
daily in common, live in community with one’s
“brothers” based upon the Rule of St. Augustine, have a
deep love for the Magisterium and in preserving the
Faith by catechesis, are invited to contact the Director
of Vocations, Fr. Joseph Eddy, 6398 Drexel Rd,
Philadelphia, PA 19151; (215) 879-0594; e-mail:
vocations@orderofmercy.org; website: www.
orderofmercy.org.

Code #216.

Order of the Sacred and Immaculate Hearts of Jesus
and Mary We are a Eucharistic and contemplative
community consisting of priests, brothers, and
sisters, who wear a full habit, as well as lay “external”
members, all of whom are consecrated to the Sacred
Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Our
daily schedule, besides Holy Mass, includes: 15 decade
Rosary ( 20 on Thursday), Divine Mercy Chaplet,
Liturgy of the Hours, and time for silent adoration,
all before Our Lord Jesus, truly present in the Blessed
Sacrament. After being filled with the love and mercy
of Our Savior, we go forth to be His reflection to others
through various corporal works of mercy. Contact:
Vocation Director, 48765 Annapolis Rd., Hopedale, OH
43976; (740) 946-9000; e-mail: twohearts1@mac.com;
website: www.heartsofjesusandmary.org.

Code #271.

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Pallottines (S.A.C.)—Immaculate ConceptionProvince Founded by St. Vincent Pallotti in 1835,the Society of the Catholic Apostolate works with theChurch to revive faith and rekindle charity, empoweringlay and religious alike to answer the call to be apostlesof Christ for the New Evangelization. We are more than2,400 priests and brothers working in many apostolates:parish ministry, education, prison ministry, retreats,youth ministry, lay formation, and hospital and militarychaplaincies. Pope John Paul II spoke of the Pallottinesas “a bridge between the clergy and laity in order to givelife again to that apostolate which unites the faithfulto the work of evangelization and sanctification.”Consider this a personal invitation to take a seriouslook at becoming a Pallottine. If you feel a call withinyourself to find out more, we invite you to contactour vocation office: Immaculate Conception Province(Eastern United States): 1-800-APOSTLE; website:
www.sacapostles.org; e-mail: Vocation@sacapostles.org;or mail: Vocation Director, Pallottine Vocation Office,P.O. Box 5399, West Hyattsville, MD 20782.

Pallottines (S.A.C.)—Mother of God
Province Founded by St. Vincent Pallotti in 1835,
serves as an active apostolic community within the
mission of the Church of the United States. We are
priests and brothers engaged in many apostolates,
which include parish ministry, education, retreat work,
and hospitals inspired by the charism of St. Vincent
Pallotti, believing that all persons can live as apostles
of Christ. Pope John Paul II spoke of the Pallottines as
“...a bridge between the clergy and laity in order to give
life again to that apostolate which unites the faithful to
the work of evangelization and sanctification....” Each
of us has a clear purpose in life, come live it faithfully
with us. For more information please visit our website:
www.pallottines.org and contact Fr. Leon Martin, SAC;
5424 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53208; (414)
259-0688 ext. 150; e-mail: vocationspall@gmail.com.
See our web ad at www.VocationNetwork.org.

See ad on page 77. Code #437.

Passionists (C.P.) Passionist priests and brothers take a unique vow to promote the memory of Christ’s passion and God’s redeeming love for us through their life of
contemplation, community and ministry to the crucified
of today. Founded by St. Paul of the Cross, Passionists
reach out with compassion to those who suffer or are
marginalized—the disabled, the sick, the dying, the
impoverished, those who grieve or are alone—and offer
opportunities for all to experience spiritual growth and
healing. Prayer and a rich community life support the
special Passionist charism. Ministries include preaching,
retreat center programs, parish, radio and TV ministry,
and chaplaincies. Both Provinces have members serving
in other countries. Interested in male candidates, 18-40
years old. Western Province: Fr. Christopher Gibson,
C.P.; (773) 266-1942; e-mail: vocationdirector@
passionist.org; website: www.passionist.org. Eastern
Province: Fr. Robin Ryan, C. P.; (914) 633-3130; e-mail:
rryan@cpprov.org; website: www.thepassionists.org. See
our web ad at www.VocationNetwork.org.

Code #113.

The Paulist Fathers (C.S.P.) The Missionary Society of St. Paul the Apostle (The Paulists) founded by Servant of God Isaac Hecker, is the first North American
community of priests. Paulists minister through their
mission of Reaching Out (Evangelization), Bringing
Peace (Reconciliation), and Seeking Unity (Ecumenism
and Interreligious Relations). Paulists are in 18 cities
in the United States and Canada. We serve as campus
ministers and parish priests. We lead parish missions,
and publish through Paulist Press. We proclaim the
Good News through Paulist Evangelization Ministries
and work in media-related endeavors through Paulist
Productions. We find young adult seekers through
BustedHalo.com. Training includes a year novitiate and
graduate theological studies in Washington, DC.
Contact: Fr. Dave Farnum, C.S. P., Director of Vocations,
415 West 59th Street, New York, NY 10019-1104; (800)
235-3456 or (212) 757-4260; e-mail: vocations@